The U.S. Navy has awarded actor Tom Cruise the highest civilian award for his work in the hit film, which has helped improve the Navy's service. top gun movie.
Cruise is Award On Tuesday, he was awarded the Naval Achievement Medal for “outstanding contributions to the Navy and Marine Corps.” According to the popular Gun series and other movies, stars and stripes.
The awards ceremony was held at Longcross Studios near London, as Cruise was in the UK filming another film. The ceremony was led by U.S. Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro.
Cruz, 62, said he was honored to receive the award.
“I respect all military members,” Cruz said at the ceremony. “One thing that is very true for me in life is that to lead is to serve. And I know that deep down, and I see that in our servicemen and women. Masu.”
original top gun The film, which depicts the exploits of Navy fighter pilot Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, was first released in theaters in 1986 and was a huge hit. And Cruise starred in the sequel in 2022, replicating that acclaim. top gun: maverick.
top gun became a biggest hit worldwide in 1986, grossing approximately $354 million upon its initial release. The sequel fared even better, grossing over $1 billion at the box office when it was released in 2022, even in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. This sequel was also the biggest film of its release year.
The Neys in particular said the sequel “brought nostalgia to older viewers, uplifted the hearts of newer viewers, and effectively targeted younger viewers' interest in the skills and opportunities the Navy can offer.” praised.
Cruise was also praised for his roles in films such as: A few good men born on Independence Day, and mission: impossible movie.
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